While we must provide law enforcement the tools necessary to combat crime, we must also ensure the rights and freedoms of law-abiding citizens are not infringed upon. Sportsmen, hunters, gun enthusiasts and citizens concerned for their personal safety have a right to own guns for these legitimate purposes, and I am committed to maintaining these rights for the residents of Kentucky's First Congressional District.
I have consistently been recognized by national firearms groups, including the National Rifle Association, based on my strong support of gun owners’ rights. Last year, I supported the Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. This law restricts frivolous lawsuits whose aim is to bankrupt firearm manufacturers in America. As your Congressman, I will continue to uphold the Second Amendment rights of law abiding citizens to keep and bear arms.